Line Producer, America's Newsroom

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox News Media

FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fox News Channel is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic Line Producer to join America’s Newsroom with Bill Hemmer and Dana Perino. The Line Producer will collaborate with senior producers to execute the vision for the show each day. We’re looking for an assertive, detail-oriented self-starter to quarterback our rundown. You’re also an active news consumer with impeccable judgment and good communication skills. You should be able to improvise and make smart decisions on the fly in a way that inspires the people around you to follow your lead.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute the vision of the Executive and Senior Producers by building a fast-paced, visually compelling rundown against a very tight deadline

• Manage writer assignments and collaborate with the elements APs to ensure the best video and graphics make air

• Maintain the rundown in the control room, keeping the show on time and communicating clearly and calmly with the technical crew and anchors

• Monitor the aesthetics of the screen to make sure visuals support the conversation

• Coordinate and anticipate breaking news coverage

• Check scripts, banners, and graphics for good grammar and appropriate style & tone

• Participate in next-day prep & pitch original content

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 2-4 years of line producing experience

• 5+ years of prior television (or similar) experience

• Experience working in a live control room

• Exceptional editorial skills with the ability to recognize stories and elements with high potential for compelling storytelling

• Effective communication skills; ability to provide clarity and reassurance in high-pressure situations

• Passion for organization; ability to simplify complicated tasks under pressure

• A solid base of technical skills (specifically newsroom and video editing software)

• Strong interest/knowledge of current events and politics

• Familiarity with social media platforms & curiosity in emerging tech trends

• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new tools and platforms to enhance production and workflows

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience